Campus Locksmith: Access Control & Security Specialist

NMSU; Las Cruces, Northern (NM, KY); Hybrid; USD 45,461,000 - 50,971,000; Full time

Job summary

NMSU's Facilities and Services department seeks a Locksmith to install, repair, and maintain locks, keys, and electronic access control systems across campus in Las Cruces. The role covers rekeying, master keying, and security hardware installation to help keep university facilities safe.

Typical duties include analyzing plans and work orders, using key-cutting machines and power tools, and coordinating with the team to ensure secure access across buildings and vehicles.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or higher degree.
• Equivalent Qualifications:
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Special Certification/Licensure:

Responsibilities

• Designs, fabricates, installs, maintains, repairs and modifies locking systems, security hardware, and access control devices.
• Performs mechanical and electronic locksmith work including rekeying, master keying, lock repair, and installation of locks, door hardware, safes, and security devices.

Skills

Locksmithing

Lock hardware installation

Reading plans/drawings

Education

High School diploma or higher degree

Tools

Key-cutting machines

Power tools

Diagnostic equipment

Lock-picking tools

Job description

NMSU's Facilities and Services department seeks a Locksmith to install, repair, and maintain locks, keys, and electronic access control systems across campus in Las Cruces. The role covers rekeying, master keying, and security hardware installation to help keep university facilities safe.

Typical duties include analyzing plans and work orders, using key-cutting machines and power tools, and coordinating with the team to ensure secure access across buildings and vehicles.